You will find many safety precautions and recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual.

Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis, chest and shoulders.

Infants and younger children must be restrained in an appropriate rear-facing or forward-facing Child Restraint System (CRS) that has first been properly secured to the rear seat of the vehicle. Please refer to your state or federal laws for child seating requirements in the operation of a motor vehicle.

The theft-alarm system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the vehicle.

Get to know how to use the door lock so that you can lock or unlock the door if necessary.

A driver position memory system is provided to store and recall the driver seat, outside rearview mirror and Head-Up Display (HUD) position with a simple button operation.

When you open the liftgate, you will see a space where you can load the cargo.

The doors of this vehicle are equipped with power windows that can be operated by a switch.

The hood serves as a cover for the engine compartment. Open the hood if maintenance work needs to be performed in the engine compartment or if you need to look at the compartment.

The vehicle's fuel filler door must be opened and closed by hand from outside the vehicle.

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console.

The steering wheel of this vehicle is equipped with the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.

This vehicle is equipped with inside and outside rearview mirrors to provide views of objects behind the vehicle.

The LCD display shows trip computer and other information.

LCD displays show the following information to drivers.

The warning light and indicator light indicate a situation where the driver should be careful and whether the various functions are activated.

The Head-Up Display (HUD) is a transparent display that projects an image of certain information from the instrument cluster and navigation system on the windshield glass.

This vehicle is equipped with a variety of lights to illuminate the interior and exterior of the vehicle.

The wipers and washers remove foreign substances from the windshield and rear window, helping to maintain visibility.

This vehicle is equipped with lights throughout the vehicle to illuminate the interior.

The welcome system is a function that illuminates the surroundings or the interior when the driver approaches or exits the vehicle.

The vehicle is equipped with a defroster for removing frost or fog from the rear window.

The climate control system uses cooling and heating to help maintain a pleasant environment inside the vehicle.

The manual climate control system uses cooling and heating to help maintain a pleasant environment inside the vehicle.

The automatic climate control system uses cooling and heating to help maintain a pleasant environment inside the vehicle.

When the windshield is covered with frost or moisture, the front view is blurred, you should remove the frost and moisture.

These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or passengers.

There are various features inside the vehicle for the convenience of the occupants.

If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can load cargo on top of your vehicle.

The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.

Before getting into the vehicle, you should examine the car and its surroundings. After getting into the vehicle, you should check a number of things before driving.

The automatic transmission has 8 forward speeds and one reverse speed.

The All Wheel Drive (AWD) system delivers engine power to front and rear wheels for maximum traction.

Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, parking brake, and various braking systems for safe driving.

The drive mode may be selected according to the driver's preference or road condition.

The drive mode may be selected according to the driver's preference or road condition.

If driving conditions deteriorate due to poor weather or road conditions, you should pay even more attention than usual to your driving.

Severe weather conditions in the winter result in greater wear and other problems.

The vehicle load limit is displayed on the tire and loading information label on the driver's door.

This chapter will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer.

When in an emergency situation occurs while driving or when you park by the edge of the roadway, you must alert approaching or passing vehicles to be careful as they pass. For this, you should use the hazard warning flasher.

If an emergency situation occurs while driving, stay calm and take the following steps.

When the engine doesn't start, first check to see how much fuel there is and whether the battery is discharged.

When the vehicle will not start because of low battery power, you may need to jump start the vehicle.

If your temperature gauge indicates overheating, you experience a loss of power, or hear loud pinging or knocking, the engine will probably be too hot.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) detects the pressure of vehicle's tires and displays it on the LCD display.

If you have a flat tire, you can change the flat tire to a spare tire using tools.

If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service.

You should exercise the utmost care to prevent damage to your vehicle and injury to yourself whenever performing any maintenance or inspection procedures.

The brake fluid acts to transmit force to the brake when the driver depresses the brake pedal. Brake fluid must be maintained periodically to ensure that the brakes operate smoothly.

Washer fluid is used when wiping the windshield of the vehicle with a windshield wiper. You should check and refill washer fluid periodically to make sure that it doesn't run out.

A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is recommended when the filter is replaced.

The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier.

When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement.

The battery powers the engine in order to move the vehicle as well as supplying power to the various devices installed in the vehicle.

For proper maintenance, safety, and maximum fuel economy, you must always maintain the recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your vehicle.

A vehicle's electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses.

Light bulbs are installed in various parts of the vehicle to provide lighting inside and outside the vehicle as well as to alert other vehicles.

Use the information in the following sections to keep the exterior and interior of your vehicle clean.

The emission control system of your vehicle is covered by a written limited warranty. Please see the warranty information contained in the Warranty & Consumer Information manual in your vehicle.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the number used in registering your vehicle and in all legal matters pertaining to its ownership, etc.

The vehicle certification label attached on the driver's (or front passenger's) side center pillar gives the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best performance for normal driving.

The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown in the drawing.

The refrigerant label is located on the underside of the hood.

Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is delivered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (inservice date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia Warranty and Consumer Information Manual applicable to your model year vehicle.

The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to perform under all reasonably expected operating conditions.

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Kia America, Inc.